12 years a slave : DVD [videorecording]Author: McQueen, SteveRecommended by: AaronIt is 1841, and Solomon Northup, an accomplished, free citizen of New York, is kidnapped and sold into slavery. Stripped of his identity and deprived of all dignity, Northup is ultimately purchased by ruthless plantation owner Edwin Epps and must find the strength within to survive.

The 19th wife : a novel Author: Ebershoff, David. Recommended by: Debbie ReillyIt is 1875, and Ann Eliza Young has recently separated from her powerful husband, Brigham Young, prophet and leader of the Mormon Church. Expelled and an outcast, Ann Eliza embarks on a crusade to end polygamy in the United States. A rich account of a family’s polygamous history is revealed, including how a young woman became a plural wife. Soon after Ann Eliza’s story begins, a second exquisite narrative unfolds–a tale of murder involving a polygamist family in present-day Utah. Jordan Scott, a young man who was thrown out of his fundamentalist sect years earlier, must reenter the world that cast him aside in order to discover the truth behind his father’s death.

3 days to kill : DVD [videorecording] Author: McGinty Nichol, JosephRecommended by: Jacky MooreEthan (Kevin Costner) has sacrificed his relationship with his family to be a super spy for the CIA. On his most recent assignment he was to kill "The Albino" (Tomas Lemarquis) while Vivi (Amber Heard) was to kill the Wolf (Richard Sammel). Ethan breaks down as his brain cancer has entered his lungs. He is given 3-5 months to live. He attempts to reestablish his relationship with his estranged wife playing the death card and that of his daughter, by not telling her. Vivi shows up with an experimental drug that may work, but in doing so he must renege on his promise to his wife and kill "The Wolf" as he is the only man who has seen him. Ethan now attempts to re-establish his estranged relationship with his moody teen daughter while trying to kill the world's most wanted man...and on occasion using parenting advice from people he is attempting to extract information.

The 5 levels of leadership : CD [sound recording] : proven steps to maximize your potential Author: Maxwell, J. C. (John C.)Recommended by: Debbie ReillyJohn C. Maxwell explains how true leadership works in an easy and understandable way. Leadership does not come from your title. In fact, being named to a position is only the first and lowest of the five levels every effective leader achieves. To become more than a boss people are required to follow, you must master the ability to inspire and build a team that produces not only results, but also future leaders. A truly inspiring listen!

50 children : one ordinary American couple's extraordinary rescue mission into the heart of Nazi GermanyAuthor: Pressman, StevenRecommended by: Sandy HynesAn HBO Special was based on these 1939 trips to Germany to rescue Jewish children. How to pick which children to save when you have so many in danger of dying in Nazi Germany? Gilbert and Eleanor Krause made nail-biting trips to rescue this, the largest group of those sent to safety by their parents and adopted by US families. Sadly most of those parents were killed, and never saw their children again.

The adventures of Tintin : DVD [videorecording]Author: Spielberg, StevenRecommended by: Debbie HurleyCurious young reporter Tintin and his fiercely loyal dog Snowy discover a model ship carrying an explosive secret. Drawn into a centuries-old mystery, Tintin find himself in the sightliness of Ivan Ivanovitch Sakharine, a diabolical villain who believes Tintin has stolen a priceless treasure tied to a dastardly pirate. With the help of Snowy, Captain Haddock, and bumbling detectives Thompson & Thompson, Tintin will travel half the world to find the final resting place of the Unicorn.

All fall down Author: Carter, AllyRecommended by: TerriAnne CaraluzzoA new series from the author of a favorite series of mine: Heist Society. This first in the Embassy Row series focuses on Grace, who can best be described as a daredevil, an Army brat, and a rebel. Lots of twists and turns to keep you interested and guessing!

Anne of Green Gables : DVD [videorecording]Author:Recommended by: Debbie HurleyAnne, an eleven-year-old orphan, is sent by mistake to live with a lonely, middle-aged brother and sister on a Prince Edward Island farm and proceeds to make an indelible impression on everyone around her.

The art of racing in the rain : a novelAuthor: Stein, GarthRecommended by: Debbie ReillyA well written and moving tear jerker. Enzo the dog narrates his life story, beginning with his impending death. Enzo's not afraid of dying, as he's seen a television documentary on the Mongolian belief that a good dog will reincarnate as a man. He belongs to Denny: husband, father, customer service technician. Denny's dream is to be a professional race-car driver, and Enzo recounts the triumphs and tragedies--medical, financial, and legal. Enzo ultimately teaches Denny and the reader that persistence and the joy of life will see them through.

Arthur : DVD [videorecording]Author: Baynham, PeterRecommended by: Debbie HurleyLovable billionaire Arthur Bach has always relied on his limitless fortune and nanny Hobson to keep him out of trouble. Now he faces his biggest challenge. He must choose between an arranged marriage that will ensure his lavish lifestyle or an uncertain future with the one thing money can't buy, Naomi, the only woman he has ever loved.

Aunt Dimity & the wishing well : CD [sound recording] Author: Atherton, NancyRecommended by: Debbie HurleyWhen a strapping young Australian named Jack MacBride arrives in Finch to wrap up his late uncle's affairs, heads turn in the sleepy English village. But when Lori volunteers to help Jack clear out his uncle's overgrown garden, they discover something even more shocking than a stranger turning up in Finch. After Lori laughingly makes a wish into the garden's old well, she is baffled to find that the wish seems to have come true. Word spreads, and the villagers turn out in droves to make wishes of their own.

Aunt Dimity and the wishing well Author: Atherton, NancyRecommended by: Debbie HurleyWhen a strapping young Australian named Jack MacBride arrives in Finch to wrap up his late uncle's affairs, heads turn in the sleepy English village. But when Lori volunteers to help Jack clear out his uncle's overgrown garden, they discover something even more shocking than a stranger turning up in Finch. After Lori laughingly makes a wish into the garden's old well, she is baffled to find that the wish seems to have come true. Word spreads, and the villagers turn out in droves to make wishes of their own.

Behind the beautiful foreversAuthor: Boo, KatherineRecommended by: Adam ChangWritten by journalist Katherine Boo, Behind the Beautiful Forevers shows readers the life, death, and hope of residents of Annawadi. Annawadi is a slum in India. The residents are poor, but they have hopes of a better life. Throughout the book, we see the residents make impossible choices in order to improve their lives. Corruption is everywhere, but so is hope. This book takes an honest and complex look at poverty. The stories about the residents of Annawadi stay with you long after you have finished this book.

Being me : a kid's guide to boosting confidence and self-esteem Author: Moss, Wendy, Ph. D. Recommended by: Debbie HurleyMany kids struggle with low confidence. The good news is, Being Me can help kids tackle everyday challenges and build confidence and self-esteem. This handy guide gives kids the tools they need to explore their strengths, feel successful, and be confident in school, with friends, and importantly, with themselves.

Big hero 6 [videorecording] Author: Adsit, Scott Recommended by: BriannaWith action, comedy, and heart, this movie is a must see for children and adults. Young tech prodigy Hiro Hamada is just beginning to find his footing in life. No more gambling and illegal robot fights in back alleys at night. He's been accepted to a prestigious university and has found a group of sweet and wonderfully oddball friends. But then tragedy strikes, and Hiro finds himself left with a painful mystery and a robot that is still learning that not all pain humans feel is physical.

Blackberry pie murderAuthor: Fluke, JoanneRecommended by: Debbie HurleyHannah Swensen, owner of the Cookie Jar in Lake Eden, Minnesota, and her family are trying to plan Hannah's mother's upcoming nuptials despite the fact that the bride is constantly changing her mind over the details. Hannah becomes further distracted after she hits a man with her car while driving in a storm and causes his death. Research into the mystery man uncovers an insidious criminal who was a threat to a local family and who had been beaten before Hannah hit him.

Blended : DVD [videorecording] Author: Coraci, FrankRecommended by: Debbie HurleyAfter a disastrous blind date, single parents Lauren and Jim agree on only one thing: they never want to see each other again. But when they each sign up separately for a fabulous family vacation with their kids, they are all stuck sharing a suite at a luxurious African safari resort for a week.

The book thief : DVD [videorecording] Author: Percival, BrianRecommended by: Debbie HurleyBased upon the best-selling novel. The profoundly moving story of a girl who transforms the lives of those around her during World War II, Germany. Although Liesel is illiterate when she is adopted by a German couple, her adoptive father encourages her to learn to read. Ultimately, the power of words helps Liesel and Max, a Jew hiding in the family's home, escape from the events unfolding around them.

The book with no pictures Author: Novak, B. J.Recommended by: Sarah LanthierA children's picture book with no pictures? Yes. Will my child ever love a children's picture book with no pictures? Yes! Check this one out for a story that is guaranteed to produce laughter at story time with your child. A note of advice: act this one out with your most ridiculous and creative voices!

Captain Phillips : DVD [videorecording]Author: Greengrass, PaulRecommended by: AaronBased on the true story of Captain Richard Phillips and the 2009 hijacking by Somali pirates of the US-flagged MV Maersk Alabama, which was the first American cargo ship to be hijacked in two hundred years.

Captain Small PigAuthor: Waddell, MartinRecommended by: Kathy WolfSmall Pig, Old Goat, and Turkey find a red boat at Blue Lake and go on a boat trip. Enjoy the fun as the friends let Small Pig be Captain Commander!

The chaperoneAuthor: oriarty, LauraRecommended by: Debbie ReillyThe Chaperone is a wonderful novel of self-courage that is filled with insight yet gracefully poignant. Before becoming a famous actress and an icon for her generation, a fifteen-year-old Louise Brooks leaves Wichita to make it big in New York. Much to her annoyance, she is accompanied by a thirty-six year old chaperone who is neither mother nor friend. Cora Carlisle is a complicated but traditional woman with her own reasons for making the trip. They spend five weeks together that ultimately changes both of their lives.

Christmas at Twilight [paperback version]Author: Wilde, LoriRecommended by: Marie CThis is part of the great series of Twilight , Texas . You get to know the many recurring characters of Twilight. New ones are people coming home. There's always a twist in her stories that keep you on the edge of your seat. I have a very hard time putting it down.

The Christmas cat Author: Carlson, MelodyRecommended by: KatherineIf you love cats. You will enjoy this heartwarming story. As cat lovers know every cat has a unique personality.

CinderAuthor: Meyer, MelissaRecommended by: April FrazierSinging mice and glass slippers are replaced with snarky androids and mechanical feet in this richly imagined and darkly subversive retelling of ‘Cinderella.’” In this new version we meet Cinder a Cyborg living in New Beijing where everyone is under threat of a terrible plague, one that might only be solved at the expense of Cinder's own life.

City of darkness and lightAuthor: Bowen, RhysRecommended by: TerriAnne CaraluzzoBe prepared to be wowed by lucky #13 in the Molly Murphy mystery series. The year is 1905 and Molly and Daniel Sullivan are settling happily into the new routines of parenthood, but their domestic bliss is soon shattered the night a gang retaliates against Daniel for making a big arrest. The rest of the story takes place in Paris among cutting edge artists and intellectuals.

ColumbineAuthor: Cullen, DaveRecommended by: Veronica DavisThis comprehensive account of the attack on Columbine High School written by Dave Cullen, one of the most prominent eyewitness journalists involved in the aftermath, is a real eye-opener. This book debunks the many myths associated with that fateful day and explains how the media came to have those perceptions, while also giving you a complete and factual recreation at the events that preceded and followed the shooting.

Cosmos : DVD [videorecording]: a spacetime odyssey Author: Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment Ltd.Recommended by: AaronHelping young and old learn about the past, present, and future of our Earth and beyond. From the dinosaurs millions of years ago to what Earth could be like a million years in the future, Cosmos explores it all. From the first person that questioned the infinite cosmos to scientists of today, watch and learn the life of the Earth and Cosmos infinite.

Counting by 7s Author: Sloan, Holly GoldbergRecommended by: Debbie HurleyWillow Chance is a twelve-year-old genius, obsessed with nature and diagnosing medical conditions, who finds it comforting to count by 7s. It has never been easy for her to connect with anyone other than her adoptive parents, but that hasn’t kept her from leading a quietly happy life . . . until now.

CressAuthor: Meyer, MelissaRecommended by: April FrazierCinder, Carswell, Scarlet, and Wolf are still at it. They are desperately working to stop the Lunar take over and in this third installment they are adding Cress to their group. Cress has been kept in isolation since she was a very young girl. Brilliant with computers she becomes a vital component to the group as they strive to overthrow the evil queen and rescue Emperor Kai.

Cruel beautyAuthor: Hodge, RosamundRecommended by: Amiee MarshallThis gorgeously written debut novel infuses the classic fairy tale, Beauty and the Beast, with glittering magic, a feisty heroine, and a romance sure to take your breath away. Betrothed to the evil ruler of her kingdom, Nyx has always known that her fate was to marry him, kill him, and free her people from his tyranny. But on her seventeenth birthday when she moves into his castle, nothing is what she expected – particularly her charming new husband. Nyx knows she must save her homeland at all costs, yet she can’t resist the pull of her sworn enemy- who’s gotten in her way by stealing her heart.

Cutting for stone : a novel Author: Verghese, AbrahamRecommended by: Debbie ReillyAn enthralling family saga of Africa and America, doctors and patients, exile and home. The story follows a man on a mythic quest to find his father. It begins with the dramatic birth of twins slightly joined at the skull, their father serving as surgeon and their mother dying on the table. Bound together by a preternatural connection and a shared fascination with medicine, the twins come of age as Ethiopia hovers on the brink of revolution. But it will be love, not politics that will tear the brothers apart.

The Darkest Part of the ForestAuthor: Black, HollyRecommended by: Amiee MarshallIn the strange town of Fairfold, humans and fae exist side by side. The faeries' seemingly harmless magic attracts tourists. But Hazel knows how dangerous they can be, and she knows how to stop them. Or she did, once. At the center of it all, there is a glass coffin in the woods. It rests right on the ground and in it sleeps a boy with horns on his head and ears as pointy as knives. The boy has slept there for generations, never waking. Until one day, he does... As the world turns upside down and a hero is needed to save them all, Hazel tries to remember her years spent pretending to be a knight. But swept up in new love, shifting loyalties, and the fresh sting of betrayal, will it be enough?

The death of Santini : the story of a father and his sonAuthor: Conroy, Pat Recommended by: Sandy HynesBest-selling author Conroy revisits the complicated relationship he had with his father, Don, known as the Great Santini. This intimate memoir continues to explore the whole dysfunctional Conroy family history. the repeated confrontations between father and son as well as his other children. Reads like an old southern gothic novel.

Deliver us from Normal : CD [sound recording]Author: Klise, KateRecommended by: Debbie HurleyWith a mother who buys Christmas cards in August and a younger brother who describes the Trinity as a toasted marshmallow on a graham cracker, life for eleven-year-old Charles Harrisong is anything but normal in Normal, Illinois.

DivergentAuthor: Roth, VeronicaRecommended by: Debbie HurleyIn a future Chicago, sixteen-year-old Beatrice Prior must choose among five predetermined factions to define her identity for the rest of her life, a decision made more difficult when she discovers that she is an anomoly who does not fit into any one group, and that the society she lives in is not perfect after all.

Divergent : DVD [videorecording] Author: Burger, NeilRecommended by: Debbie HurleyIn a world where people are divided into distinct factions based on human virtues, Tris Prior is warned she is Divergent and will never fit into any one group. When she discovers a conspiracy by a faction leader to destroy all Divergents, Tris must learn to trust in the mysterious Four and together they must find out what makes being Divergent so dangerous before it's too late.

The dogs of Babel Author: Parkhurst, CarolynRecommended by: Veronica DavisIn "The Dogs of Babel", a linguist by the name of Paul Iverson becomes obsessed with the seemingly accidental death of his wife. Alone at home, she fell from a tree with their Rhodesian Ridgeback as the only witness to the horrific scene, leaving Paul with nothing but unanswered questions and unverified suspicions. Spurred by his grief and a few "incongruities" that he believes may hold the key to the uncovering his wife's motives on that final day, he begins his quest to teach Lorelei (the dog) to speak.

Dracula untold : DVD [videorecording] Author: Evans, LukeRecommended by: Jacky MooreAs his kingdom is being threatened by the Turks, young prince Vlad Tepes must become a monster feared by his own people in order to obtain the power needed to protect his own family, and the families of his kingdom.

The drawing of the three Author: King, StephenRecommended by: Marc FarrellThe Drawing of the Three is the second book in The Dark Tower series of novels written by Stephen King and published by Grant in 1987. The series was inspired by Childe Roland to the Dark Tower Came by Robert Browning. The story is a continuation of The Gunslinger and follows Roland of Gilead and his quest towards the Dark Tower.

Dream Angus : the Celtic god of dreamsAuthor: McCall Smith, AlexanderRecommended by: Veronica DavisIn McCall Smith's version of a classic Celtic myth, the story of Angus, God of Dreams, is presented alongside contemporary fictional tales of his influence on several individuals. The stories are touching in and of themselves, but the way in which they are interwoven with the very traditional life story of Angus creates a dynamic that is unmatched by modern retellings of many historic myths. Whether you are a purveyor of Celtic myth or a first time reader, Dream Angus is fable worth falling into.

DuneAuthor: Herbert, FrankRecommended by: Marc FarrellSet in the distant future amidst a feudal interstellar society, Dune tells the story of young Paul Atreides, whose noble family accepts the stewardship of the desert planet Arrakis. As this planet is the only source of the "spice" melange, the most important and valuable substance in the universe, control of Arrakis is a coveted — and dangerous — undertaking. The story explores the multi-layered interactions of politics, religion, ecology, technology, and human emotion, as the forces of the empire confront each other in a struggle for the control of Arrakis and its "spice".

Eat this, not that! 2010 : the no-diet weight loss solutionAuthor: Zinczenko, DavidRecommended by: Debbie HurleySuggests ways to make informed dietary choices, in a guide complemented by a list of the "20 Worst Foods in America," tips for patients with diabetes, and foods that may help bolster energy levels, metabolism, and sex drives.

EarthquakeAuthor: Pike, AprilynneRecommended by: Amiee MarshallTavia Michaels has discovered that she is an Earthbound – a fallen goddess with the power to remake the Earth and that a rival faction of Charlotte Westing has a gift. She is an Oracle and has the ability to tell the future. But it doesn’t do her much good. Instead of using their power, modern day Oracles are told to fight their visions – to refrain from interfering. And Charlotte knows the price of breaking the rules. She sees it every day in her wheelchair-bound mother and the absence of her father. But when a premonition of a classmate’s death is too strong for her to ignore, Charlotte is forced to make an impossible decision: continue following the rules or risk everything –even her sanity – to stop the serial killer who is stalking her town.

Edge of tomorrow : DVD [videorecording] Author: Liman, DougRecommended by: AaronIn a near future, an alien race has hit the Earth in an unbeatable assault. Major William Cage has never seen a day of combat, but is dropped into a suicide mission and killed within minutes. Instead of dying, he wakes up to find that he is now reliving the same day over and over, dying in the alien battle but trying to still save himself. The only wait to beat the aliens is to learn from the time loop, and to do that he must find the biggest battle legend of his time.

Edge of tomorrow : DVD [videorecording]Author: Liman, DougRecommended by: BriannaThe best kind of action movie, Edge of Tomorrow is fast-paced and surprisingly light and funny for a movie about an unending war by invading aliens that humans seemingly have no hope of winning. Tom Cruise plays William Cage, a Major who has never seen combat but finds himself dumped right into the middle of battle and, consequently, caught up in a very violent groundhogs day-like time loop. Along with Special Forces Rita Vrataski, (Emily Blunt), they must find a way to win the war and save humanity.

Ender's GameAuthor: Card, Orson ScottRecommended by: Marc FarrellEnder's Game is a military science fiction novel by American author Orson Scott Card. Set in the future, the novel presents an imperiled mankind after two conflicts with the "Buggers", an insectoid alien species. In preparation for an anticipated invasion, children, including the novel's protagonist, Ender Wiggin, are trained at a very young age through increasingly difficult games, where Ender's tactical genius is revealed.

Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's libraryAuthor: Grabenstein, ChrisRecommended by: TerriAnne CaraluzzoI am a fan of Chris Grabenstein's adult work and was anxious to read this youth selection. I absolutely loved it! It is a cross between Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and A Night in the Museum, with rib-tickling humor that creates the perfect tale for his quirky characters.

Every day : CD [sound recording]Author: Levithan, DavidRecommended by: Debbie HurleyEvery morning A wakes in a different person's body, in a different person's life, learning over the years to never get too attached, until he wakes up in the body of Justin and falls in love with Justin's girlfriend, Rhiannon.

Every soul a star : CD [sound recording]Author: Mass, WendyRecommended by: Debbie HurleyAlly, Bree, and Jack meet at the one place the Great Eclipse can be seen in totality, each carrying the burden of different personal problems, which become dim when compared to the task they embark upon and the friendship they find.

Everybody's got somethingAuthor: Roberts,RobinRecommended by: Mickey CoatesWe are all dealing with something in our lives,this book is a story of Robin Roberts courageous journey dealing with different types of cancer and the lessons she learned along the way.

The evolution of Calpurnia TateAuthor: Kelly, JacquelineRecommended by: Kathy WolfIn 1899, girls were expected to learn homemaking skills and become ladies, but Calpurnia Tate had no interest in the plans her parents had for her. She loved books, science, and exploring nature with her grandfather, a naturalist. Enjoy Calpurnia's story as she faces challenges and success growing up in a society with very different expectations for girls and boys.

Fahrenheit 451Author: Bradbury, RayRecommended by: Marc FarrellGuy Montag is a fireman who burns books in a futuristic American city. In Montag’s world, firemen start fires rather than putting them out. The people in this society do not read books, enjoy nature, spend time by themselves, think independently, or have meaningful conversations. Instead, they drive very fast, watch excessive amounts of television on wall-size sets, and listen to the radio on “Seashell Radio” sets attached to their ears.

Fairest of all Author: Mylnowski, SarahRecommended by: Debbie HurleyAfter moving to a new house, ten-year-old Abby and her younger brother Jonah discover an antique mirror that transports them into the Snow White fairy tale.

Fall of giants : book one of the Century trilogyAuthor: Follett, KenRecommended by: Debbie ReillyAn entertaining book that re-taught me the things that I learned in school. It is amazing how differently I look at things as an adult.The first novel in The Century Trilogy, it follows the fates of five interrelated families--American, German, Russian, English, and Welsh--as they move through the world-shaking dramas of the First World War, the Russian Revolution, and the struggle for women's suffrage.

The fault in our stars Author: Green, JohnRecommended by: Debbie HurleyDespite the medical miracle that has bought her a few more years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, but when Augustus Waters suddenly appears at the Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be rewritten.

The fault in our stars : DVD [videorecording] Author: Dern, LauraRecommended by: Debbie HurleyHazel and Gus are two extraordinary teenagers who share an acerbic wit, a disdain for the conventional, and a love that sweeps them on an unforgettable journey. Their relationship is all the more miraculous, given that they met and fell in love at a cancer support group.

A fighting chanceAuthor: Warren, ElizabethRecommended by: Sandy HynesShe is the senior Senator turned rock star and possible presidential candidate from Massachusetts who worked tirelessly in all of her congressional roles to give middle-class families a “fighting chance” against the power of the finance industry. In the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, her efforts to protect taxpayers, to hold Wall Street accountable continue today. She is the senior Senator turned rock star and possible presidential candidate from Massachusetts who worked tirelessly in all of her congressional roles to give middle-class families a “fighting chance” against the power of the finance industry. In the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, her efforts to protect taxpayers, to hold Wall Street accountable continue today.

Five nice miceAuthor: Tashiro, ChisatoRecommended by: Kathy WolfFive mice enjoyed the music coming from a frog concert in the park, but only frogs were allowed to attend. The mice decided to form their own orchestra and have a concert. Read this book to find out if their concert is successful and why the frogs think the mice are nice.

Fly awayAuthor: Hannah, KristinRecommended by: Debbie HurleyHannah's enthralling and touching sequel to Firefly Lane continues the tale of Tully and Kate's poignant friendship and the journey they still share even in death. Once Kate dies, her husband, Johnny, her daughter Marah, and her soul-sister Tully all fall apart as they struggle to deal with their loss and regret.

Freak the Mighty Author: Philbrick, W. R.Recommended by: Debbie HurleyTwo boys - a slow learner stuck in the body of a teenage giant and a tiny Einstein in leg braces - forge a unique friendship when they pair up to create one formidable human force. (Made into the film, The Mighty.) * “A wonderful story of triumph over imperfection, shame, and loss.” - School Library Journal

From the mixed-up files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler Author: Konigsburg, E. L.Recommended by: KarenA classic read for kids and adults alike! Who wouldn't want to runaway and hide out in a museum? Claudia and her brother do just that and have an exciting adventure along the way.

Giada at home : family recipes from Italy and California Author: De Laurentiis, GiadaRecommended by: Jacky MooreSince her debut on Food Network in 2002 with the hit program Everyday Italian, Giada De Laurentiis has been enticing Americans with her updated twists on Italian favorites. Her dedication to ease, healthfulness, and—above all else—flavor have won her a permanent place in the hearts of home cooks. In Giada at Home, she shares a personal look into how she cooks for those dearest to her, with simple recipes inspired by her television show of the same name.

Gone girl [text (large print)] : a novelAuthor: Flynn, GillianRecommended by: Linda GenoOn the fifth anniversary of Amy and Nick, no-one can find Amy. Is she dead or did she run away ? The clues all point to her husband, who admits to having an affair. Just when Nick is going on trial, Amy shows up with quite a story about where she has been. This book has language and sexual content.

Grace unplugged : DVD [videorecording] Author: Burg, MarkRecommended by: Debbie HurleyHaving just turned eighteen, Grace Trey aspires to more than just singing at her church, where the worship leader is her father, a former pop star. With the help of her dad's former manager, Grace runs away to Los Angeles and begins to taste the kind of stardom she has always dreamed of. Will everything she experiences lead her to reject her faith or rediscover it?

Gravity : DVD [videorecording] Author: Cuaraon, AlfonsoRecommended by: AaronDr. Ryan Stone is a brilliant medical engineer on her first shuttle mission with veteran astronaut Matt Kowalsky. On a seemingly routine spacewalk, the shuttle is destroyed, leaving Stone and Kowalsky spiraling out into the blackness. The deafening silence tells them they have lost any link to Earth and any chance for rescue. As fear turns to panic, every gulp of air eats away at what little oxygen is left, and the only way home may be to go further out into the terrifying expanse of space.

Heart and SoulAuthor: Binchy, MaeveRecommended by: Debbie HurleyGiven the difficult task of building an underfunded clinic in an Irish community caught between the past and present, Dr. Clara Casey finds her task complicated by her problematic personal life, her colorful and diverse staff, and the difficult patients they serve.

The heat : DVD [videorecording]Author: Feig, PaulRecommended by: Jacky MooreSandra Bullock plays a brilliant, but arrogant FBI agent, and Melissa McCarthy plays a very rough, loner detective. They're thrown together on a case and have to adjust to working with each other.

The hobbit : DVD [videorecording]. The desolation of SmaugAuthor: Jackson, PeterRecommended by: Marc FarrellThe dwarves, along with Bilbo Baggins and Gandalf the Grey, continue their quest to reclaim Erebor, their homeland, from Smaug. Bilbo Baggins is in possession of a mysterious and magical ring.

HomesickAuthor: Klise, KateRecommended by: Debbie HurleyBenny’s parents are splitting up. His mom leaves home after a fight about a mysterious splinter that is rumored to be part of an important relic. Benny’s dad has always liked clutter, but now, he begins hoarding everything from pizza boxes to old motorcycle parts.

The host : DVD [videorecording]Author: Hurt, WilliamRecommended by: Jacky MooreYou have advanced technology, intergalactic, world beating aliens with a very unique physiology and "rebel" humans running and hiding all over the place. What's not to like?

Hotel on the corner of bitter and sweet : a novel Author: Ford, JamieRecommended by: Adam ChangThis book is about a Chinese man named Henry Lee. It is split between the 1940s when Henry was a young boy and the 1980s where he is mourning the death of his wife and trying to connect with his son. Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet offers a unique look at growing up in Seattle in 1942. It’s not a typical World War II story, because it focuses on life in America as a Chinese American. Henry grows up in a chaotic time and learns about acceptance of everyone and the injustices of the world. After reading this book, it’s easy to remember times when life is both bitter and sweet.

How to ditch your fairy Author: Larbalestier, JustineRecommended by: Debbie HurleyWelcome to New Avalon, where everyone has a personal fairy. Though invisible to the naked eye, a personal fairy, like a specialized good luck charm, is vital to success. And in the case of the students at New Avalon Sports High, it might just determine whether you make the team, pass a class, or find that perfect outfit. But for 14-year-old Charlie, having a Parking Fairy is worse than having nothing at all.

How to ditch your fairy : CD [sound recording]Author: Larbalestier, JustineRecommended by: Debbie HurleyWelcome to New Avalon, where everyone has a personal fairy. Though invisible to the naked eye, a personal fairy, like a specialized good luck charm, is vital to success. And in the case of the students at New Avalon Sports High, it might just determine whether you make the team, pass a class, or find that perfect outfit. But for 14-year-old Charlie, having a Parking Fairy is worse than having nothing at all.

I still dream about you : CD [sound recording] : a novelAuthor: Flagg, FannieRecommended by: Debbie HurleyMeet Maggie Fortenberry, a still beautiful former Miss Alabama. To others, Maggie’s life seems practically perfect—she’s lovely, charming, and a successful real estate agent at Red Mountain Realty. She had been on her hopeful way to becoming Miss America and realizing her childhood dream of someday living in one of the elegant old homes on top of Red Mountain, but then something unexpected happened and changed everything.

The impossible : DVD [videorecording]Author: McGregor, EwanRecommended by: AaronBased on a true story of a family caught, with tens of thousands of strangers, in the mayhem of one of the worst natural catastrophes of our time. But the true-life terror is tempered by the unexpected displays of compassion, courage, and simple kindness that Maria and her family encounter during the darkest hours of their lives.

Into the free : a novel Author: Cantrell, JulieRecommended by: Debbie HurleyIn Depression-era Mississippi, Millie Reynolds longs to escape the madness that marks her world. With an abusive father and a "nothing mama," she struggles to find a place where she really belongs. .For answers, Millie turns to the Gypsies who caravan through town each spring. The travelers lead Millie to a key that unlocks generations of shocking family secrets. When tragedy strikes, the mysterious contents of the box give Millie the tools she needs to break her family's longstanding cycle of madness and abuse.

The intouchables : DVD [videorecording] Author: Duval Adassovsky, NicolasRecommended by: Debbie HurleyAn irreverent, uplifting comedy about friendship, trust, and human possibility. Based on a true story of friendship between a handicapped millionaire and his street-smart ex-con caretaker, The Intouchables depicts an unlikely camaraderie rooted in honesty and humor between two individuals who, on the surface, would seem to have nothing in common.

The invention of wings Author: Kidd, Sue MonkRecommended by: Sandy Hynes Inspired by the true story of early-nineteenth-century abolitionist and suffragist Sarah Grimke, Kidd paints a moving portrait of two women inextricably linked by the horrors of slavery. Sarah strives to be set free from the bonds of patriarchy and Southern bigotry, and Handful from the inhuman bonds of slavery. Kidd, a master storyteller, immerses the reader in the lives of these fascinating women as they navigate religion, family drama, slave revolts, and the abolitionist movement.

Iron man 3 : DVD [videorecording]Author: Paltrow, GwynethRecommended by: Debbie HurleyWhen Tony Stark/Iron Man finds his entire world reduced to rubble, he must use all his ingenuity to survive, destroy his enemy, and somehow protect those he loves. But a soul-searching question haunts him: Does the man make the suit, or does the suit make the man?

Jack Ryan : DVD [videorecording]: shadow recruit Author: Pine, ChrisRecommended by: Jacky MooreBased on the CIA analyst created by espionage master Tom Clancy, "Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit" is a action thriller that follows Ryan (Chris Pine) from his quiet double-life as a veteran-turned-Wall Street executive to his all-out initiation as a hunted American agent on the trail of a massive terrorist plot in Moscow.

Jack the giant slayer : DVD [videorecording] Author: Moritz, Neal H.Recommended by: Debbie HurleyJack the Giant Slayer tells the story of an ancient war that is reignited when a young farmhand unwittingly opens a gateway between our world and a fearsome race of giants. Unleashed on the Earth, the giants strive to reclaim the land they once lost, forcing Jack into the battle of his life to stop them.

The JewelAuthor: Ewing, AmyRecommended by: Amiee MarshallIn this darkly riveting debut filled with twists and turns, all that glitters may not be gold. The Jewel means wealth, the Jewel means beauty – but for Violet, the Jewel means servitude. Born and raised in the Marsh, Violet finds herself living in the Jewel as a servant at the estate of the Duchess of the Lake. Addressed only by her number - #197 – Violet is quickly thrown into the royal way of life. But behind its lavish and dazzling facade, the Jewel hides its cruel and brutal truth, filled with violence, manipulation, and death. Violet must accept the ugly realities of her life…all while trying to stayalive.

JourneyAuthor: Becker, AaronRecommended by: Sarah LanthierWonder! Adventure! Danger! Follow a young girl as she takes us an extraordinary journey right from her bedroom with the help of her red marker. The details of this wordless book are exquisite! I am excited this book is the beginning of a trilogy and cannot wait to see where we may "journey" to next!

Killing Lincoln : DVD [videorecording] Author: Hanks, TomRecommended by: Debbie HurleyA riveting historical narrative of the heart-stopping events surrounding the assassination of Abraham Lincoln and the first work of history from mega-bestselling author Bill O'Reilly. Narrated by Tom Hanks.

The kiss of deception Author: Pearson, MaryRecommended by: KarenPrincess Lia runs from her pre-arranged wedding and hides out in a nearby town. Little does she know that an assassin, as well as the jilted prince have followed her. A little bit mystery, some fantasy and lots of romance can be found in this YA read!

A land remembered Author: Smith, PatrickRecommended by: Debbie HurleyIn this best-selling novel, Patrick Smith tells the story of three generations of the MacIveys, a Florida family who battle the hardships of the frontier to rise from a dirt-poor Cracker life to the wealth and standing of real estate tycoons. The story opens in 1858, when Tobias MacIvey arrives in the Florida wilderness to start a new life with his wife and infant son, and ends two generations later in 1968 with Solomon MacIvey, who realizes that the land has been exploited far beyond human need.

A land remembered : CD [sound recording]Author: Smith, PatrickRecommended by: Debbie HurleyPatrick Smith tells the story of three generations of the MacIveys, a Florida family who battle the hardships of the frontier to rise from a dirt-poor Cracker life to the wealth and standing of real estate tycoons. The story opens in 1858, when Tobias MacIvey arrives in the Florida wilderness to start a new life with his wife and infant son, and ends two generations later in 1968 with Solomon MacIvey, who realizes that the land has been exploited far beyond human need.

LandlineAuthor: Rowell, RainbowRecommended by: Sarah LanthierA cute and quirky light read. Georgie McCool's marriage is in trouble. When Georgie has to stay in LA for work at Christmastime, she didn't expect her husband, Neil, to pack up the kids and go to Omaha without her. She soon discovers the only way to connect with her husband is through a landline at her mother's house, but it appears to be a phone to the past. Can she repair her marriage from the past?

The last lecture Author: Pausch, RandyRecommended by: Adam ChangIf you only had one lecture to share the knowledge of your life, what would you talk about? Randy Pausch was a professor and was asked to give a last lecture. Pausch had cancer and was only given a few months to live. This book is a fully developed version of his lecture. Although the subject matter is dark, this book is filled with heartwarming stories and humor. Pausch decides with his final lecture he wants it to be for his children. He wants everyone to live life the right way, following their dreams, overcoming challenges, and being kind to others.

Learn to knit, love to knit Author: Wilkinson, AnnaRecommended by: Debbie HurleyColorful, fun, and utterly adorable, Anna Wilkinson's designs appeal to beginner knitters who haven't been inspired by typical beginner projects. These 20 patterns in her first book are flattering to women of all shapes, exceptionally easy to wear, and surprisingly easy to knit.

Leaving : AUDIO [electronic resource]Author: Kingsbury, Karen.Recommended by: Debbie HurleyThe Bailey Flanigan series begins with Bailey leaving Bloomington for the adventure of a lifetime. She has won an audition for the ensemble of a Broadway musical in New York City. She's determined to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, but is she really ready to leave family and friends for the loneliness of the city?

The Lego movie : DVD [videorecording]Author: Lin, DanRecommended by: AaronEmmet, an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person and the key to saving the world. Fighting an evil tyrant and his minions, Emmet learns the secrets of the "master builders" and realizes that everything is indeed awesome.

The life-changing magic of of tidying up: the Japanese art of decluttering and organizingAuthor: Kondo, MarieRecommended by: ShariThis book has lots of great information in it for those of us who want to declutter and organize our homes. The author has you go through every item in your home by category instead of going room to room deciding what you still love. I found the tips on getting rid of sentimental items the most useful. This was a quick read so we can get to work asap!

Lilly's purple plastic purseAuthor: Henkes, KevinRecommended by: TerriAnne CaraluzzoI can really relate to how hard it is for Lilly to wait to share something she thinks is pretty terrific. A funny delightful story.

The lives they left behind : suitcases from a state hospital atticAuthor: Penney, DarbyRecommended by: Veronica DavisA heartwrenching look into the history of the mental health system, "The Lives They Left Behind: Suitcases from a State Hospital Attic" reminds us of the mistakes of the past and gives us some hope for the future of mental health patients in treatment today.

LongbournAuthor: Baker, JoRecommended by: Debbie ReillyTo say Jane Austin meets Downton Abbey does not suffice. "Pride and Prejudice" told from the side of the servants. And there is just as much romance, heartbreak, and intrigue downstairs at Longbourn as there is upstairs. The real drama unfolds when James Smith arrives as a footman and catches the eye of Sarah, the young housemaid with dreams of a world beyond Longbourn. When an expected turn of events separates the young lovers, Sarah must contend with James's complicated past and the never-ending demands of the Bennetts.

The lost island : a Gideon Crew novel Author: Preston, Douglas J.Recommended by: Debbie HurleyGideon Crew--brilliant scientist, master thief--is living on borrowed time. When his mysterious employer, Eli Glinn, gives him an eyebrow-raising mission, he has no reason to refuse. Gideon's task: steal a page from the priceless Book of Kells, now on display in New York City and protected by unbreakable security. Accomplishing the impossible, Gideon steals the parchment--only to learn that hidden beneath the gorgeously illuminated image is a treasure map dating back to the time of the ancient Greeks. As they ponder the strange map, they realize that the treasure it leads to is no ordinary fortune. It is something far more precious: an amazing discovery that could perhaps even save Gideon's life.

The lost island : CD [sound recording] : a Gideon Crew novel Author: Preston, Douglas JRecommended by: Debbie HurleyGideon Crew--brilliant scientist, master thief--is living on borrowed time. When his mysterious employer, Eli Glinn, gives him an eyebrow-raising mission, he has no reason to refuse. Gideon's task: steal a page from the priceless Book of Kells, now on display in New York City and protected by unbreakable security. Accomplishing the impossible, Gideon steals the parchment--only to learn that hidden beneath the gorgeously illuminated image is a treasure map dating back to the time of the ancient Greeks. As they ponder the strange map, they realize that the treasure it leads to is no ordinary fortune. It is something far more precious: an amazing discovery that could perhaps even save Gideon's life.

Low pressureAuthor: Brown, SandraRecommended by: Linda GenoBellamy was only twelve years old, when her sister Susan was murdered. Eighteen years later Bellamy writes a best seller, hoping to find closure. She does not know an innocent man went to prison. She is about to find out ,who the killer is, and he or she has been in her life all these years.

Magic breaksAuthor: Andrews, IlonaRecommended by: BriannaFans of the Kate Daniels series will love this newest release by Ilona Andrews. Street-wise and smart-mouthed mercenary Kate Daniels is given twenty-four hours to solve a suspicious murder for Atlanta's Masters of the Dead before they take their accusations (and their deadly vampire horde) to the city's local shapeshifter faction. It's a ridiculous and near impossible order and they all know it, but Kate has little choice in the matter if she wants to stop a war. As if that wasn't enough, Kate has her own investigative agency to keep afloat and mounting pressure by the pack to take more responsibility in their affairs as the mate of their Beast Lord, Curran. And ever on the horizon, an even bigger war looms. One that threatens to destroy everyone and everything Kate has come to hold dear.

Magic marks the spotAuthor: Carlson, CarolineRecommended by: Kathy WolfCalling all pirates! Hilary Westfield wanted to be a pirate, but The Very Nearly Honorable League of Pirates refused to let a girl join their ranks. Hilary was sent to finishing school instead. With her magic gargoyle, Hilary was able to join the crew of a freelance pirate and sail the high seas for adventure. Read this book to experience the fun of searching for treasure.

Maleficent : DVD [videorecording] Author: Woolverton, LindaRecommended by: AaronWith love, betrayal, and magic we are shown the true story of the Disney villain Maleficent and how her hatred and anger of Aurora stems from Maleficent's love of Aurora's father from long ago. Bent on revenge, she seeks to harm the princess, but over time finds that her feelings towards Aurora are not as she thought, and the word love means more than she realizes.

The mango operaAuthor: Corcoran, TomRecommended by: TerriAnne CaraluzzoA good mystery centered around Florida life in Key West. Features a freelance photographer who sometimes shoots crime scene pictures for the cops and ultimately gets involved with helping to solve the mystery.

Minding FrankieAuthor: Binchy, MaeveRecommended by: Debbie HurleyFrankie is a little girl born as her mother Stella is dying of cancer. During the last stages of her life, Stella contacts Noel, a one-night stand whom she claims is the father. Noel has a host of his own problems but decides to pull things together for the child. Friends and family help out, but the social worker assigned to the case cannot accept the arrangements.

The miniaturistAuthor: Burton, JessieRecommended by: Debbie ReillyA debut novel about a young Dutch girl from the village of Assendelft, Nella Oortman, who is chosen to be the bride of Johannes Brandt, a wealthy merchant with a shocking secret. Nella's life changes when Johannes presents her with an extraordinary wedding gift: a cabinet-sized replica of their home. To furnish her gift, Nella engages the services of a miniaturist-an elusive and enigmatic artist whose tiny creations mirror their real-life counterparts in eerie and unexpected ways. The Miniaturist is a magnificent story of love and obsession, betrayal and retribution, appearance and truth.

Mr. Churchill's secretary : a novel Author: MacNeal, Susan Elia.Recommended by: Debbie ReillyMaggie Hope is a twentysomething math whiz, in England to sell her late parents' house when WWII breaks out. Although raised in America, she is caught up in the patriotic fervor of the moment and decides to stay on and work for the cause. Snubbed because of her gender in an attempt to land a code-breaking job, she accepts a secretarial post in the prime minister's office and soon finds herself hunkered down in the War Cabinet Rooms and taking dictation from Winston Churchill. Danger comes not only from German bombers but also from a murderer who has already claimed another secretary as a victim.

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar ChildrenAuthor: Riggs, RansomRecommended by: Debbie ReillyMiss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is part fantasy, part adventure, part eccentric photo collection, this is a story that will enthrall and enchant teens and adults. It makes me wonder if the author created his story to fit the photos that he had found or if he wrote his story and found the right pictures to fit (or some combination of the two.) Either way it made for a fascinating and fast-paced novel that I found difficult to put down.

Monsters University : DVD [videorecording] Author: Scanlon, DanRecommended by: Debbie HurleyMike Wazowski and James P. Sullivan are an inseparable pair, but that wasn't always the case. From the moment these two mismatched monsters met they couldn't stand each other. Monsters University unlocks the door to how Mike and Sulley overcame their differences and became the best of friends.

Nantucket sisters : CD [sound recording] Author: Thayer, NancyRecommended by: Debbie HurleyWhen they meet as girls on a beach in Nantucket, Maggie McIntyre and Emily Porter become fast friends though Emily s well-heeled mother would prefer that she associate with the upscale daughters of bankers and statesmen rather than the child of a local seamstress. But the two lively, imaginative girls nevertheless spend many golden summers together building castles in the sand, creating magical worlds of their own, and forging grand plans for their future. Even as Emily falls for Maggie's brother, Ben, and the young women's paths diverge, the duo remain close friends. Then the unthinkable happens: a lifelong friendship is pushed to its breaking point with the appearance of the handsome, charismatic, charming, and incredibly sexy Wall Street trader Cameron Chadwick--upending both of their lives.

Nantucket sisters : a novelAuthor: Thayer, NancyRecommended by: TerriAnne CaraluzzoThis book carries all the components for a quick beach read or while on the plane to go somewhere beachy!

Never have your dog stuffed : CD [sound recording] : and other things I've learned Author: Alda, AlanRecommended by: KatherineAs I continue onward with my Alan Alda obsession with this book. The second one in a series for me of Alan narrating his own books I enjoyed this one with as much gusto as his first. His narration style is like having a conversation with an old friend and his anecdotes in his book are gems. If you are a fan of Alan Alda take a listen and learn about the personal side of this actor you may have grown up with while watching television over the years.

Non-stop : DVD Author: Neeson, LiamRecommended by: AaronDuring a transatlantic flight from New York City to London, U.S. Air Marshal Bill Marks receives a series of cryptic text messages demanding that he instruct the government to transfer $150 million into an off-shore account. Until he secures the money, a passenger on his flight will be killed every twenty minutes. Who could the killer be?

The one and only Ivan Author: Applegate, Katherine Recommended by: Adam ChangIvan is the main attraction at the Big Top Mall just off Exit 8. Ivan is a gorilla. He likes watching television, drawing, and spending time with his friends Stella and Bob. One day a baby elephant named Ruby is brought to the Big Top Mall and Ivan’s life changes. Ivan realizes the cages at the mall are no place for animals like Ruby to be kept, so with the help of his friends he decides to help protect Ruby from a life at the Big Top Mall. This book is a quick read, but it is a great book for all ages.

The other woman : DVD [videorecording] Author: Stack, MelissaRecommended by: Jacky MooreKate (Leslie Mann) discovers her husband Mark (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) has been cheating on her with Carly (Cameron Diaz) and Amber (Kate Upton). The three women form a sisterhood making us feel like we are watching a "Sex in the City" episode. Together they conspire to "hurt" Mark. This is a fun formulaic film that is not deep. Good sound track helped in the enjoyment.

Out of the depths : an unforgettable WWII story of survival, courage, and the sinking of the USS Indianapolis Author: Harrell, Edgar USMCRecommended by: Debbie ReillyOut of the Depths is a terrifying firsthand account of the sinking of the USS Indianapolis and the Navy cover-up that led to the bizarre court-martial and eventual exoneration of its captain. Marine survivor Edgar Harrell vividly describes the horrors of being plagued by sharks, hypothermia, severe dehydration and salt-water hallucinations, and the crew's heart wrenching struggle to survive the greatest catastrophe at sea in the history of the U.S. Navy—a truly riveting story of survival, politics and faith in God.

Outliers : the story of success : CD [sound recording] Author: Gladwell, MalcolmRecommended by: Debbie ReillyGladwell, author and journalist, sets out to provide an understanding of success using outliers, men and women with skills, talent, and drive who do things out of the ordinary. He contends that we must look beyond the merits of a successful individual to understand his culture, where he comes from, his friends and family, and the community values he inherits and shares. We learn that society's rules play a large role in who makes it and who does not.

Piaf : a biographyAuthor: Lange, MoniqueRecommended by: Gwen BittnerThis book outlined the life of one of France’s most iconic singers. Daughter of a carnival contortionist and abandoned by her mother, Edith Piaf rose up through the adversity of her upbringing. By singing on the streets at night, she was able to be discovered by a night club owner and put on the stage. Piaf’s life was as tragic as it was grand. If you enjoy biographies, French culture, or reading about celebrity opulence try this!

Prince LestatAuthor: Rice, AnneRecommended by: KatherineBeing a old long time fan of Anne Rice's Vampire series I was excited to learn that she was releasing a new Vampire tome. After all, I prefer my vampires a little on the mean side and not all sparkly. In my personal opinion the book seemed to have a few stories within it that could have been whole books all in their own right. I personally hope she does revisit those stories in the future. It did take me a little while to read the book. But if you are a fan of Lestat you will need to read this to complete his story.

The proposal : DVD [videorecording] Author: Hoberman, DavidRecommended by: Debbie HurleyHigh-powered book editor Maggie is everyone's worst nightmare: ruthless, driven, and tactless. When she finds herself faced with deportation back to Canada, she coerces her much younger assistant into marrying her. However, when the government becomes suspicious, they embark upon a charade in order to make the marriage seem legitimate.

Real steel : DVD [videorecording] Author: Levy, ShawnRecommended by: Debbie HurleyCharlie Kenton is a washed-up fighter who lost his chance at a title when 2000-pound, 8-foot-tall steel robots took over the ring. Now nothing but a small-time promoter, Charlie earns just enough money piecing together low-end bots from scrap metal to get from one underground boxing venue to the next. When Charlie hits rock bottom, he reluctantly teams up with his estranged son Max to build and train a championship contender.

A redbird Christmas : a novel Author: Flagg, FannieRecommended by: Debbie HurleyDeep in the southernmost part of Alabama, along the banks of a lazy winding river, lies the sleepy little community known as Lost River, a place that time itself seems to have forgotten. After a startling diagnosis from his doctor, Oswald T. Campbell leaves behind the cold and damp of the oncoming Chicago winter to spend what he believes will be his last Christmas in the warm and welcoming town of Lost River. There he meets the postman who delivers mail by boat, the store owner who nurses a broken heart, the ladies of the Mystic Order of the Royal Polka Dots Secret Society, who do clandestine good works. And he meets a little redbird named Jack, who is at the center of this tale of a magical Christmas when something so amazing happened that those who witnessed it have never forgotten it.

A redbird Christmas : CD [sound recording] : a novel Author: Flagg, FannieRecommended by: Debbie HurleyDeep in the southernmost part of Alabama, along the banks of a lazy winding river, lies the sleepy little community known as Lost River, a place that time itself seems to have forgotten. After a startling diagnosis from his doctor, Oswald T. Campbell leaves behind the cold and damp of the oncoming Chicago winter to spend what he believes will be his last Christmas in the warm and welcoming town of Lost River. There he meets the postman who delivers mail by boat, the store owner who nurses a broken heart, the ladies of the Mystic Order of the Royal Polka Dots Secret Society, who do clandestine good works. And he meets a little redbird named Jack, who is at the center of this tale of a magical Christmas when something so amazing happened that those who witnessed it have never forgotten it.

The remaining : DVD [videorecording]Author: La Scala, CaseyRecommended by: AaronFollow a newly married couple and their friends as they try to stay alive as the world crumbles to pieces around them. As most of the wedding guest die in an instant, and as fire falls from heaven around them, the group must find a way to survive. As demons start to pick people off one by one at night, the ones left alive must fight to survive.

Room : CD [sound recording] Author: Donoghue, EmmaRecommended by: Debbie HurleyNarrator Jack and his mother, who was kidnapped seven years earlier when she was a 19-year-old college student, celebrate his fifth birthday. They live in a tiny, 11-foot-square soundproofed cell in a converted shed in the kidnapper's yard. The sociopath, whom Jack has dubbed Old Nick, visits at night, grudgingly doling out food and supplies. But Ma, as Jack calls her, proves to be resilient and resourceful--and attempts a nail-biting escape.

The Rosie projectAuthor: Simsion, Graeme CRecommended by: Debbie HurleyA socially awkward genetics professor who has never been on a second date sets out to find the perfect wife, but instead finds Rosie Jarman, a fiercely independent barmaid who is on a quest to find her biological father.

SacredAuthor: Lehane, Dennis.Recommended by: Linda GenoA daughter is missing and her father hires investigators Kenzie and Gennaro to find her. The clues do not add up. Does he want her dead or alive? After locating her, her father arrives on the scene. The ending is a complete surprise as only author Dennis LeHane can do.

Sally Ride: First woman in SpaceAuthor: Sherr, LynnRecommended by: Sandy HynesA life filled with adventures in Space and beyond! Lynn Sherr and Sally Ride (1951-2012), one of America's most famous astronauts, became friends over the course of interviews while Sherr was covering NASA for ABC. This woman let nothing stand in her way. From being tennis champ at Swarthmore College through earning degrees from Stanford, she was chosen out of 8000 applicants to be the 1st Woman in Space taking 2 shuttle trips. She promoted science through her Science camp, EarthKam and MoonKam, and wrote 5 science-oriented books for children with her partner, Tam

Save the date : AUDIO [electronic resource] Author: Andrews, Mary KayRecommended by: Debbie HurleyA savannah florist is about to score the wedding of a lifetime--one that will solidify her career as the go-to-girl for society nuptials. Ironically, Cara Kryzik doesn't believe in love, even though she creates beautiful flower arrangements to celebrate them. But when the bride goes missing and the wedding is in jeopardy, Cara must find the bride and figure out what she believes in. Maybe love really does exist outside of fairy tales after all.

Saving Mr. Banks : DVD [videorecording]Author: Hancock, John LeeRecommended by: Debbie HurleyWhen P.L. Travers travels from London to Hollywood in 1961 to finally discuss Walt Disney's desire to bring her beloved character, Mary Poppins to the motion picture screen, Disney meets a prim, uncompromising sexagenarian not only suspect of the impresario's concept for the film, but a woman struggling with her own past. During her stay in California, Travers' reflects back on her difficult childhood in 1906 Australia.

ScarletAuthor: Meyer, MelissaRecommended by: April FrazierCinder, is back, this time in parallel story lines with Scarlet, the granddaughter of a former military pilot turned farmer in the small town of Rieux, France. Cinder is in hiding while Scarlet, on the other hand, is trying desperately to gain the police’s assistance in the search for her missing grandmother. Only when Scarlet meets Wolf, is she on the trail and on a trajectory that intersects with Cinder’s attempt to save the earth and Emperor Kai.

Shanghai girls : a novel Author: See, LisaRecommended by: Debbie ReillyIn prewar 1930s Shanghai, carefree sisters Pearl Chin and younger, prettier May are the "beautiful girls". They scoff at their parents' superstitious, old-world ways, but they soon learn that the good life is but an illusion as their father loses everything to the ruthless mob. To pay off his debts he forces his daughters into arranged marriages. The prejudice and life lessons make this a must read book!

SkullsAuthor: Scalin, NoahRecommended by: KatherineThis is a very fun and artistic book. The author for everyday of one year created a skull piece using different mediums. He utilized everything from cotton balls, rice, Vinyl records, peanut shells, acorns, petroleum jelly ,etc. to create unique one of a kind skulls. This book is a photo collection of his year of the skulls. It will make you want to try to create using out of the ordinary materials and to utilize recyclable materials. You may not want your subject matter to be skulls but it gets your creative juices flowing.

Sleep no more Author: Pike, AprilynneRecommended by: Amiee MarshallCharlotte Westing has a gift. She is an Oracle and has the ability to tell the future. But it doesn’t do her much good. Instead of using their power, modern day Oracles are told to fight their visions – to refrain from interfering. And Charlotte knows the price of breaking the rules. She sees it every day in her wheelchair-bound mother and the absence of her father. But when a premonition of a classmate’s death is too strong for her to ignore, Charlotte is forced to make an impossible decision: continue following the rules or risk everything –even her sanity – to stop the serial killer who is stalking her town.

A snicker of magicAuthor: Lloyd, NatalieRecommended by: Debbie HurleyThe Pickles are new to Midnight Gulch, Tennessee, a town which legend says was once magic--but Felicity is convinced the magic is still there, and with the help of her new friend Jonah the Beedle she hopes to bring the magic back.

Song of SusannahAuthor: King, StephenRecommended by: Marc FarrellSong of Susannah is the sixth book in Stephen King's Dark Tower series. It was published in 2004. It details the events following Susannah Dean's escape to deliver her baby. This was the "quickest" of all the books: all the action have happened in a bit more than 24 hours. The book's subtitle is REPRODUCTION.

Speak Author: Anderson, Laurie HalseRecommended by: Debbie HurleyThe first ten lies they tell you in high school. Speak up for yourself - we want to know what you have to say." From the first moment of her freshman year at Merryweather High, Melinda knows this is a big fat lie, part of the nonsense of high school. She is friendless, an outcast, because she busted an end-of-summer party by calling the cops, so now nobody will talk to her, let alone listen to her. As time passes, she becomes increasingly isolated and practically stops talking altogether. Only her art class offers any solace, and it is through her work on an art project that she is finally able to face what really happened at that terrible party.

The storied life of A. J. Fikry : a novel Author: Zevin, GabrielleRecommended by: KarenIf you love to read books, learn about new books or just want a good story then you will love this book! Bookstore owner, A. J. Fikry, is quite an eccentric character. His opinions (and he has many) are put to the test when he discovers something left behind in his bookstore. Cute and clever, this story doesn't disappoint!

The strain : book one of the Strain trilogy Author: Del Toro, Guillermo & Hogan, ChuckRecommended by: Ben KampschroerA strange virus is spreading through Manhattan, people are disappearing, and the city isn't ready for what will happen next. A doctor, exterminator, gang member, and holocaust survivor must band together to stop the spread of infection. They are fighting an uphill battle against one of the most powerful men in the world.

Teenage Waistland: a novelAuthor: Biederman, LynnRecommended by: Debbie HurleyTold in the voices of patients Marcie Mandlebaum, Bobby Konopka, and Annie "East" Itou, Teenage Waistland is a story of betrayal, intervention, a life-altering operation, and how a long-buried truth can prove far more devastating than the layers of fat that protect it.

Ten degrees of reckoning : the true story of a family's love and the will to surviveAuthor: Rumberg, HesterRecommended by: Veronica DavisA story of a woman's love and perserverance against all odds, interspersed with all kinds of nautical law and sailing knowledge, "Ten Degrees of Reckoning" is informative as well as touching. This book really brings to light the problems of current maritime law and the devastating effects that can be wrought by it.

Their eyes were watching God : a novelAuthor: Hurston, Zora NealeRecommended by: Gwen BittnerZora Neale Hurston’s most famous novel “Their Eyes Were Watching God” is a dramatic tale of local color. The setting is in southern Florida during the early 1900’s. It portrays the struggle of an African American woman during a time in which a woman of any race had little to no rights. Hurston vividly depicts the hardships of romance, society, and nature. Check this book out if you are interested in Florida History, depictions of race, or natural disaster dramas.

Things I overheard while talking to myself : CD [sound recording]Author: Alda, AlanRecommended by: KatherineI particularly enjoyed listening to Alan Alda reading his audio book. The varied speeches that Alan had conducted over the years whether it was a eulogy, commencement speech or another type of talk I found all very thought provoking. His searching for answers to questions that sometimes leads to more questioning. If you enjoy thinking outside the box as a result of listening closely to a speech and learning something along the way-then you will enjoy this book!

Tigers in red weather : a novel Author: Klaussmann, LizaRecommended by: Debbie ReillyTigers in Red Weather is a unforgettable novel of life with all its complexity and mystery. This story, which jumps around time periods ranging from 1945 to 1969, follows Nick and her cousin Helena, their husbands, children Daisy and Ed, and a variety of other Martha's Vineyard residents. It has everything: murder, secrets, betrayal, regret, longing and lust. It is a great read about hot summer nights, gin drunk from jelly jars, and sneaking around in the shadows.

The time traveler's wife : a novel Author: Niffenegger, AudreyRecommended by: Veronica DavisFull of well-developed, relatable characters and slews of memorable moments, The Time Traveler's Wife can be heartrending, elating, hopeful, and devastating (often simultaneously.) The love story of Henry and Clare is one that I will remember for years to come.

To all the boys I've loved beforeAuthor: Han, JennyRecommended by: Amiee MarshallWhat if all the crushes you ever had found out how you felt about them…all at once? Lara Jean Song keeps her love letters in a hatbox her mother gave her. They aren’t love letters that anyone else wrote for her; these are ones she’s written. When she writes, she pours out her heart and soul and says all the things she would never say in real life, because her letters are for her eyes only. Until the day her secret letters are mailed, and suddenly, Lara Jean’s love life goes from imaginary to out of control.

UngiftedAuthor: Korman, GordonRecommended by: Debbie HurleyDue to an administrative mix-up, troublemaker Donovan Curtis is sent to the Academy of Scholastic Distinction, a special program for gifted and talented students, after pulling a major prank at middle school.

Unglued: Making Wise Choices in the Midst of Raw EmotionsAuthor: TerKeurst, LysaRecommended by: Debbie HurleyGod gave us emotions to experience life, not destroy it! Lysa TerKeurst admits that she, like most women, has had experiences where others bump into her happy and she comes emotionally unglued. We stuff, we explode, or we react somewhere in between. What do we do with these raw emotions? Is it really possible to make emotions work for us instead of against us? Yes, and in her usual inspiring and practical way, Lysa will show you how.

Unlocked : CD [sound recording] Author: Kingsbury, KarenRecommended by: Debbie Hurley Holden Harris is an eighteen-year-old locked in a prison of autism. Ella Reynolds is part of the 'in' crowd. A cheerleader and star of the high school drama production, her life seems perfect. When she catches Holden listening to her rehearse for the school play, she is drawn to him ... the way he is drawn to the music. Then, Ella makes a dramatic discovery---she and Holden were best friends as children.

Up from the grave [paperback version] Author: Frost, JeanieneRecommended by: BriannaVampires Cat Crawfield and her husband Bones race to stop a war between humans and the undead in a final battle that does the Night Huntress series "bloody" proud.

We can work it outAuthor: Eulberg, ElizabethRecommended by: Amiee MarshallThis novel gets to the heart of how hard relationships can be and why they are sometimes worth all the drama they create. When Penny Lane started the Lonely Hearts Club, her goal was simple: to show girls that they didn’t need to define themselves by how guys looked at them. But what happens when the girl who never thought she would date a good guy suddenly finds herself dating a great one? Penny doesn’t need a boyfriend… but she wants it to work out with this particular boyfriend. She just needs to figure out how to balance what she wants with what everyone else wants.

Wild: from lost to found on the Pacific Crest TrailAuthor: Strayed, CherylRecommended by: Phyl HibbittsA true story. Cheryl has lost her mother, ended a marriage and experimented with drugs. She takes to the Pacific Crest Trail to search for some meaning in her life.

Winter of the world Author: Follett, KenRecommended by: Debbie ReillyAn entertaining book that re-taught me the things that learned in school. It is amazing how differently I look at things as an adult. Follett follows the bestselling Fall of Giants (2010) with the eagerly anticipated second volume of his ambitious Century Trilogy. Picking up the disparate plot strands approximately 10 years later, he introduces the next generation of the five original families American, German, Russian, English, and Welsh, respectively as it stands poised on the brink of another international catastrophe.

World War Z : an oral history of the zombie war Author: Brooks, MaxRecommended by: Ben KampschroerWorld War Z recounts the events surrounding the fictional zombie war from the perspective of those that survived. The war is chronicled in the form of interviews with important survivors, giving the reader a glimpse of how the events unfurled differently around the world. Each interview is unique, and the characters really give you an idea of what it would be like to have lived during this crisis. Characters are made even more realistic by their use of trade terms and extensive knowledge of their fields in the interviews. Even though the subject matter deals with the ridiculous idea of zombies taking over the world, the story is presented in a serious and believable way that is more of an examination of how humans react to disasters than your typical zombie shoot'em up.

The world wars : DVD [videorecording] Author: Barker, James WilliamRecommended by: AaronThis History Channel series tells the story of the famous political leaders of World War II as they fought in the First World War, then came to power to lead the Second World War and write their names in history.

X-men : DVD [videorecording]. Days of future pastAuthor: Singer, BryanRecommended by: AaronThe ultimate X-Men ensemble fights a war for the survival of the species across two time periods. The characters from the original X-Men film trilogy join forces with their younger selves from X-Men: First Class in an epic battle that must change the past; to save our future.

Year of wonders : a novel of the plagueAuthor: Brooks, GeraldineRecommended by: Veronica DavisYear of Wonders is a fabulously written account of life in an English village during the 1666 outbreak of the Black Plague. The vivid period language and imagery are spot-on, and coupling that with Brooks' fascinating characters makes for a novel you can not put down. It truly does the job of transporting the reader into that time, for better and for worse.

How to Place an InterLibrary Loan Request with Florida Library Navigator

Go to the Citrus County Library’s website www.CitrusLibraries.org. Hover on RESEARCH. Click on Databases. Click on Florida Library Navigator! Type the title of the item in to Search: in the Search Florida Navigator Libraries and beyond box.

Click on the title to see more information about the item.

If Citrus County Library System does not own the item, click on Request Item. That brings up the Choose Your Library screen.

Click on Citrus County Library System.

Click the “Keep me logged in…” box, also.

Click Continue.

Enter your library card number and PIN, then, click on Login.*.

On the “Request this item” screen, choose your Pickup Location from the drop down menu and enter your email address, if available.

Click on Continue to submit your request.If your request is successfully received, you will see a “Request Submitted” notice on your screen.

Upon completing your request(s), click on Sign Out.

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Select the items you wish to Suspend by placing a check mark (mouse click) in the box beside the item or if you wish to Suspend all of your items select check the box beside All.

Suspension start date: Use the calendar gadget to pick a date to begin your suspension. Do not leave the date default to Never.Suspension end date: Use the calendar gadget to pick a date to end your suspension. Do not leave the date default to Never.

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To Activate or Un-suspend items before the Suspension end date arrives:Access your My Account online with your Library card and PIN number. Review My AccountHoldsOutstanding HoldsUnder: Activate or Suspend Selected HoldsActivateSelect the items you wish to Activate by placing a check mark (mouse click) in the box beside the item or if you wish to Activate all of your items select check the box beside All.Select Activate Selected.

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